Minneapolis Theft Crimes Lawyer

Theft is a broad term includes a number of different crimes.  It is the act of intentionally taking property or services from another person with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of them without their consent or authorization.  Theft crimes are categorized as misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, and felony level offenses.  The level of offense is often determined by the value of property or services stolen, and if the theft involved a weapon, vehicle, explosive, or other dangerous item.

For both adults and juveniles, the first offense for a theft crime usually involves shoplifting.  An experienced Minneapolis criminal defense attorney  with The Law Offices of William K. Bulmer II represents adults and minors for theft crimes of all levels, including:

• Misuse of a credit card
• Shoplifting  and  possession of shoplifting gear
• Misuse of public assistance
• Check fraud  and check forgery
• Embezzlement
• Identity theft
• Misappropriation of cable or satellite services
• False representation
• Burglary
• Larceny
• Robbery and armed robbery

Penalties for Theft Crimes

The penalties for theft crimes may include local jail time, mandatory prison time, counseling, community service, stiff fines and fees, and paying restitution to the victim.  If you have been convicted of a theft crime, it is likely that you will have difficulty securing employment, an apartment or a mortgage, obtaining a loan or financial aid, and will likely have problems with your credit.

Being charged with a theft crime does not mean you are guilty.  You may have been with a person who stole something, but did not know that was what occurred.  You may have property in your possession that is stolen and not be aware of that fact.  You may have accidentally walked out of a store with an item, and inadvertently forgot to pay for it.  If I am brought into the case immediately, before formal charges have been brought against you, I may be able to get them reduced or even dismissed entirely.  There are many complexities that can arise with theft crimes cases.  I will provide you or a loved one with caring, effective legal representation.